Helping You Become Energy Efficient
Unlock the potential for an affordable and sustainable future with the following list of funding opportunities which will take you one step ahead towards becoming more energy efficient.
Federation of Canadian Municipalities – Sustainable Affordable Housing
The Green Municipal Fund offers support throughout the life cycle of an affordable housing construction project through five funding options:
Planning: Early support to assist eligible housing providers to get started on achieving more sustainable affordable housing initiatives
Studies: Assess the approaches needed to implement an eligible energy efficient pilot or capital project in detail
Pilot projects: Test out a new or innovative approach on a small scale
Retrofit capital projects: Complete the renovation of existing housing units with the installation of energy efficient technologies
New-build capital projects: Construct new homes that are highly energy efficient
Read the application guide for details.
Need help applying for the Sustainable Affordable Housing Fund? Contact Fardeen, the Regional Energy Coach for the Prairies at [email protected]
The Energy Efficiency Assistance Program
The Energy Efficiency Assistance Program offers free and subsidized energy efficiency upgrades for single-detached or semi-detached rental properties with qualifying low- to moderate-income tenants. Non-profit housing providers can receive free insulation, subsidized natural gas furnaces, boiler rebates, and energy-saving devices like LED light bulbs and efficient showerheads.
Non-profit housing providers may qualify for the Commercial Energy Audit Program, which offers financial incentives and technical support for ASHRAE Level 2 or 3 energy audits. Participants receive a detailed report outlining energy-saving opportunities for their building’s envelope, lighting, and HVAC systems, along with applicable Efficiency Manitoba incentives.
Non-profit housing providers may be eligible for the Commercial Deep Energy Retrofit Program, which offers incentives and technical support for major energy efficiency renovations that reduce energy use by 20% or more from the pre-renovation baseline.
The In-Suite Energy Efficiency Program assists property managers and owners of multi-unit residential buildings in enhancing suite energy efficiency. It offers free Basic Upgrades like A-line bulbs and faucet aerators, along with incentives of up to $250 for Premium Upgrades, which include smart thermostats and advanced HRV controls.
To learn more about Efficiency Manitoba’s programs, visit efficiencyMB.ca
If you need help determining which program is right for you, contact MNPHA’s Energy Efficiency Program Coordinator, Olaide, at [email protected]
Affordable Housing Fund
Affordable Housing Fund: The Affordable Housing Fund (formerly, the Co-Investment Fund) provides grants and financing for new affordable housing construction and existing affordable housing renewal and repair.
For more information you can go to CMHC’s website here
Canada Greener Affordable Housing Program: Canada Greener Affordable Housing provides low-interest loans and grants for deep energy retrofits. Multi-unit (5+) residential can access the program if they target at 70% reduction in energy consumption and an 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
Applications for retrofit funding are accepted on a continuous basis until the available funding have been fully committed. Learn more and apply here
Green and Inclusive Buildings Program
With $1.5 billion in federal funding, the GICB Program aims to enhance the availability and condition of community buildings in Canadian communities with higher needs while improving energy efficiency and resilience. The program supports retrofits, repairs, and upgrades of existing publicly accessible buildings, as well as the construction of new ones.
Community buildings often serve multiple purposes, such as a community center housing a daycare or administrative offices, but at least two-thirds of the space must be publicly accessible to qualify.
Small and Medium Retrofits: Eligible projects with costs between $100,000 and $2,999,999 can apply from August 1, 2024, to October 16, 2024, at 14:00.
Large Retrofits and New Builds: Projects with costs between $3 million and $25 million can apply from September 4, 2024, to October 16, 2024, at 14:00.